Why 21?
The 21-gun salute honoring the President of the United States, appears to be another custom inherited from Great Britain...
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About President of the United States
The President of the United States is the head of state and is the commander-in-chief of the US armed forces. He is charged with execution of federal law, and appointing executive, diplomatic and judiciary officials. The president is indirectly elected to a four-year term with a two-term limit. The current President of the United States is the Honorable Barack Obama.
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About United States
The United States of America is a republic comprised of fifty states and one federal district, Washington D.C. Originally a British colony, the U.S fought a valiant war and signed a Deceleration of Independence to forever free themselves from British control. The U.S is home to some 300 + million people.
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